Meaning of the word sit in English

What does sit mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sit

US /sɪt/

UK /sɪt/

adopt or be in a position in which one's weight is supported by one's buttocks rather than one's feet and one's back is upright

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Please sit down.

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She likes to sit by the window and read.

Synonym:

be seated take a seat perch squat rest

be a member of a committee, council, or other official body

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She will sit on the board of directors.

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The judge will sit on the case next month.

Synonym:

serve preside officiate

be in a particular place or position

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The house sits on a hill overlooking the valley.

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Dust had sat on the furniture for weeks.

Synonym:

be located be situated rest lie

a period of sitting

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Let's have a quick sit before we continue.

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He took a long sit on the bench.

Synonym:

rest break pause

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